By Linda Tancs

There’s no shortage of research indicating that rest breaks are beneficial for one’s well-being and productivity. Even our most ancient texts, like the Bible, advocate rest. In the Old Testament, the fourth commandment tells people to keep the Sabbath day holy to God and to rest from labor on the seventh day (Exodus 20:8). The book also prescribes that in the seventh year the land should observe a Sabbath of rest to the Lord, and Jews are forbidden to work it (Leviticus 25:3-4). This is known as the Sabbatical Year, which is observed in many work circles, allowing a worker to pursue professional or personal goals away from the office. In the New Testament, we’re encouraged to make every effort to enter a Sabbath rest (Hebrews 4:9-11). Clearly, rest is important not just for its physical benefits but also for spiritual renewal, so give yourself a break.

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Linda Tancs is a writer, photographer and avid blogger on various subjects. She holds a Certificate in Theology and Ministry, with distinction, from Princeton Theological Seminary. This blog is intended to foster contemplation on the role of faith in personal and professional development. Interested readers are invited to join the Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/goforwardinfaith.

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